Samaritans 08457 90 90 90

The Samaritans telephone helpline is available 24 hours a day to provide confidential emotional support for people who are experiencing feelings of distress, despair or suicidal thoughts. If there's something troubling you, then get in touch.

The Samaritans can help you explore your options, understand your problems better, or just be there to listen.

Talk to them any time you like, in your own way, and off the record – about whatever’s getting to you. You don’t have to be suicidal.

Round the clockThe Samaritans are there for you when you need them, which could be any time of day or night.

You can talk for as long as you like, as many times as you like.

They don't rush, interrupt or push anyone out of the door. They let you lead the conversation at your own pace.

There are no waiting lists and no assessments.

No recordsThe Samaritans don’t pass on what people tell them.

For some, they are the only place they can turn to without fear of repercussions. For others that might worry about burdening friends or family, they offer a safe place to turn.

Write a letterIf you don’t have easy access to a computer or telephone, or just don’t like email or talking on the phone, you can write to the Samaritans and explain your situation in as much detail as you feel comfortable with. Receiving a hand-written response from our volunteer that you can keep and refer to may also suit you better. They aim to get a response back to you within 7 days.

It is free to send a letter. Please use this address:

Freepost RSRB-KKBY-CYJK Chris PO Box 9090 STIRLING FK8 2SA

Branches in Hertfordshire

As well as the national telephone helpline, email and letter service, the Samaritans has branches you can visit. In Hertfordshire these are: